The Residential Care Subsidy Program aims to prevent homelessness by providing for safe and affordable supported housing in a communal setting for people who require assistance with the daily activities of life. Offers choices of housing with support options for people who would otherwise be homeless, inappropriately housed in institutions and/or shelters, or inadequately supported in other settings.
Government Financial Support
Tax credits, veterans supports, and benefits offered by various levels of government to Older Adults.
Residential Care Facilities Subsidy Program
:
350 King St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Y3, Canada
Cost:
Who can access this service: None
To qualify for the RCF Subsidy program an individual must:
- be 18 years of age or older
- meet established asset and income criteria
- be able to maintain personal mobility at the time of admission
- require assistance with identified activities of daily living
All potential residents will be assessed by a qualified health professional as to their eligibility for a given facility prior to admission.
After finding a suitable Residential Care Facility that is part of the Subsidy Program, a Schedule 20 (found on the website) should be completed by a healthcare professional and returned to the RCF Operator. The Operator will make a referral to the RCF Subsidy Program, and case workers will schedule an intake appointment to review the applicant's income and assets.
St. Matthew's House Housing Outreach Preventing Eviction for Seniors
Work: 905-523-5546 x240
414 Barton St E, Hamilton, ON L8L 2Y3, Canada
Contact for information.
Cost:
Who can access this service: None
Older adults
Contact for information.
Program assists vulnerable older adults secure and maintain housing in safe and stable environments, providing assistance and/or connections to supports that address hoarding, cleanliness, and noise levels or other disturbances to other tenants. Three months of case management ensures ongoing support.
Housing Support Services
Work: 905-526-8100
119 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 1G5, Canada
Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 10am-4:30pm, Wed 12 noon-4:30pm
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Who can access this service: None
Open to all individuals and families with a low income.
Contact for information.
Provides services to assist individuals who are experiencing homelessness or are on a low income in finding safe and affordable housing.
Services include:
- listing of available rental accommodations
- free phone access
- subsidized housing applications
- housing search assistance
- information services
- community referrals
Access to Housing Local Housing Services
Work: 905-546-2424 x3708
Fax Number: 905-546-2809
350 King St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Y3, Canada
Cost:
Who can access this service: None
Open to all Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, or refugee claimants who do not have arrears owed to an Ontario social housing provider for rent or damage.
Application forms are available on the website or through other local housing service organizations. Contact for more information.
Operates as an access point for subsidized housing in Hamilton. Staff assist applicants with the application process and maintain the central waiting list for subsidized housing available from social housing providers. They do not operate as a landlord and do not directly offer housing, or provide emergency shelters or emergency housing.
Eligibility is calculated based on 30% of a household’s gross monthly income. If applicant is receiving assistance from Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Program, a social assistance rent scale is applied. Additional charges may apply depending on the building (such as utilities or parking).
Seniors at Risk in Hamilton Collaborative
Work: 289-919-3450
Fax Number: 289-271-6990
400 King St W, Hamilton, ON L8N 3R1, Canada
Contact for information.
Cost:
Who can access this service: None
Seniors (ages 55 and older) impacted by issues such as elder abuse, exploitation, mental and physical health challenges, housing, food insecurity, social isolation or dementia.
Referrals and service requests can be made through CareDove.
A centralized referral and intake process to facilitate timely interventions and supports for seniors impacted by issues such as elder abuse, exploitation, mental and physical health challenges, housing, food insecurity, social isolation, or dementia.
Services offered include:
- Case Management for Seniors at Risk
- Dementia and Caregiver Support
- Homelessness Prevention and Intervention
- Volunteer Telephone Support
- Virtual Senior Group
- Seniors Wellness Group
Ontario Retirement Communities Association Home Listings
Work: 905-403-0500
Toll-Free Number: 1-888-263-5556
Mon-Sun
24 hours
Cost:
Who can access this service: None
no fees for use of the list
Open to all.
No application required to view the list.
Contact each retirement home for details about applying as a resident.
An online retirement home finder tool maintained by the Ontario Retirement Communities Association.
Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority Home Listings
Work: 416-440-3570
Toll-Free Number: 1-855-275-7472
Mon-Sun
24 hours
Cost:
Who can access this service: None
Open to all.
No application required to view the list. Contact each retirement home for details about applying as a resident.
An online retirement home finder tool maintained by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority